Lucullus Swiss Chard

Lucullus Swiss Chard Seeds: Dual-Purpose Leaves and Stems

Discover the versatility and vigor of Lucullus Swiss Chard. This exceptional variety produces abundant, lush, curled leaves and distinctive broad, white main ribs. Enjoy a continuous harvest of this nutritious and adaptable leafy green throughout the growing season. Lucullus thrives in sunny to partially shaded locations and is well-suited for various gardening methods, including pots, balcony boxes, buckets, and raised beds.

• Vigorous and Leafy Chard:
  • Produces abundant, healthy, and flavorful leaves for continuous harvesting.
• Curled Leaves:
  • Features attractive, textured, curled leaves that are tender and delicious.
• Broad, White Main Ribs:
  • Distinctive, wide white ribs offer a unique texture and flavor when cooked separately.
• Dual Culinary Use:
  • Enjoy the leaves steamed or sautéed like spinach.
  • Prepare the stems by cutting them into pieces and cooking them like kohlrabi for a satisfying crunch.
• Adaptable Growing:
  • Suitable for growing in sunny to partially shaded locations.
  • Thrives in various container types (pots, balcony boxes, buckets) and raised beds.
• Planting Instructions:
  • Direct sow seeds 2-3 cm deep.
  • Planting distance in the row: 30 cm.
  • Row spacing: 30 cm.
  • For container growing, choose a pot or container with adequate drainage.